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Damian Pardo Introduces Election Reforms to Miami City Commission

By B. Scott McLendon

Jun 10, 2025

If approved Thursday, the measures would go to voters and aim to boost participation, transparency, and accountability.

Denise Galvez Turros, a PR professional and co-founder of Latinas for Trump, in an interview with Hoy con Tomás Regalado.

'Latinas for Trump' Cofounder With Arrest Record Runs for Miami Office Again

By Alex DeLuca

May 7, 2025

She was previously arrested twice — once in 1994 for credit card theft, and again in 2010 for driving under the influence.

A sign at a protest states, "It's not 1952. We see in color."

Miami "Day of Action" 50501 Protest: What to Know

By Naomi Feinstein

Apr 18, 2025

"This isn't just a protest. It's a full-scale mobilization," organizers say.

A protester at the Torch of Friendship holds a sign that reads, "IKEA has better cabinets."

South Floridians to Join Nationwide Anti-Trump Protests This Weekend

By Alex DeLuca

Apr 4, 2025

Seven protests are scheduled across South Florida, from Boca Raton all the way down to Key West.

Former Miami city commissioner Frank Carollo speaks during a November 2017 commission meeting.

Miami's Carollo Political Dynasty Might Not Be Going Anywhere

By Alex DeLuca

Mar 13, 2025

Frank Carollo (AKA the brother of longtime city commissioner Joe Carollo) has filed to run for Miami's District 3 seat.

Enrique Tarrio, former leader of the far-right group the Proud Boys, speaks to journalists on the east side of the U.S. Capitol on February 21, 2025, in Washington, DC. The news conference was held in the same area where thousands of supporters of President Donald Trump stormed the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021, in an attempt to halt the certification of former President Joe Biden's election victory. In one of the first acts of his second term, Trump pardoned nearly 1,600 people charged and convicted of crimes related to the attack.

Enrique Tarrio and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Weekend

By Alex DeLuca

Feb 24, 2025

Before the weekend even began, things were off to a rough start for the Miami Proud Boy.

Screenshot of Instagram post of Enrique Tarrio getting escorted out of CPAC

CPAC Ejects Enrique Tarrio and Other Jan. 6 Defendants, Then Does a 180

By Naomi Feinstein

Feb 20, 2025

CPAC removed some pardoned January 6 defendants from its conference, only to allow some of them back in.

Protesters gathered on the street corner chanting in downtown Miami

Photos: Miami Protesters Gather for Presidents' Day Fifty-State Demonstration

By Naomi Feinstein

Feb 18, 2025

Protesters held signs that emphasized that they did not vote for Elon Musk to run the country.

Protesters with signs pose outside the Palm Beach County courthouse

Miami's Fifty-State "Not My President's Day" Protest: When, Where, What to Know

By Naomi Feinstein

Feb 17, 2025

Organizers are holding another round of nationwide 50501 protests Monday against the Trump administration on Presidents' Day.

Enrique Tarrio surrounded by people at the Miami Airport

Inside Enrique Tarrio's Miami Return: Politics, the Proud Boys, and the Road Ahead

By Alex DeLuca

Feb 12, 2025

Fresh out of prison, the 42-year-old discussed his return to Miami and the Proud Boys' future.

Photos: 50 States Protesters Gather in West Palm Beach

By Natasha Yee and Michele Eve Sandberg

Feb 6, 2025

The February 5 protest was part of the "50501" demonstrations against Trump's Project 2025.

Ron DeSantis making a close-mouthed smile

DeSantis: Recreational Weed Will Have "Big-Time Trouble" Getting on 2026 Ballot

By Naomi Feinstein

Feb 4, 2025

DeSantis likened adding cannabis to the constitution to James Madison amending the Bill of Rights to add "pregnant pig care."

A man outside the Wilkie D. Ferguson Jr. U.S. Courthouse in downtown Miami holding a sign that reads "LOCK HIM UP"

South Florida's 50501 Protest: When, Where, What to Know

By Alex DeLuca

Feb 4, 2025

A protest against Donald Trump's Project 2025 agenda is planned for South Florida. Here's what to know.

A side-by-side photo of Broward County activist Elijah Manley and U.S. Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick.

Broward Activist Elijah Manley Officially Challenging Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick in 2026

By Alex DeLuca and Naomi Feinstein

Feb 4, 2025

Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick is facing public scrutiny following a series of reports about her campaign activities.

Photo of then-Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio flipping his middle finger at the photographer.

List of South Florida January 6 Rioters Pardoned

By Naomi Feinstein

Jan 21, 2025

Florida was a breeding ground for January 6 insurrectionists. Now, they are walking free.

U.S. Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, who represents Florida's 20th congressional district.

Florida Overpaid U.S. Rep’s Company $6M. Then She Used the Money to Run for Congress

By Alex DeLuca

Jan 14, 2025

Records show U.S. Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick loaned herself $6.2 million during the 2021-22 campaign cycle.

Matt Gaetz walks down the aisle of the stage with his fist in the air and sparklers in the background.

"BS": Florida Republicans Defend Matt Gaetz in Wake of Ethics Report Release

By Naomi Feinstein

Dec 27, 2024

Miami-Dade Rep. Juan Carlos Porras proudly stands with Gaetz and hopes he returns to public service.

Former U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz Paid 17-Year-Old for Sex, Ethics Report Found

By Naomi Feinstein, Alex DeLuca and Natasha Yee

Dec 23, 2024

Among other things, the report found that Gaetz paid multiple women — as well as a 17-year-old girl — for sex.

Ex-Miami Proud Boy Gabriel Garcia Sentenced for January 6 Insurrection

By Naomi Feinstein

Dec 6, 2024

During the insurrection, Garcia recorded himself on Facebook inside the Capitol calling for Nancy Pelosi.

Ron DeSantis wears his white knee-high rubber boots while visiting Florida's west coast during Hurricane Ian recovery efforts in 2022.

New Gig, New Boots? Internet Reacts to Rumored DeSantis Pick as Defense Secretary

By Naomi Feinstein

Dec 4, 2024

The new gig could give the governor a chance to whip out a new pair of knee-high boots!

Election

City of Miami Passes Controversial Election Reform

Miami Commission Approves Election Changes

Election

City of Miami Passes Controversial Election Reform

Miami Commission Approves Election Changes

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